Ego Power+ HTX6500/4215, Original Instructions Manual

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HEDGE TRIMMER — HTX6500/4215
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EN
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Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control;
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Use the power tool, accessories, tool bits etc. in
accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to
be performed.
Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
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Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease.
Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
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Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer.
A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used
with another battery pack.
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Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
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When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can
make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause
burns or a fire.
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Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contact eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
SERVICE
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Never service damaged battery pack. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
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Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged
or modified.
Damaged or modified batteries may
exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire,
explosion or risk of injury.
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Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire
or excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or
temperature above 130
℃
may cause explosion.
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Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
HEDGE TRIMMER SAFETY WARNINGS
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Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
range specified in the instructions.
Charging
improperly or at temperatures outside the specified
range may damage the battery and increase the risk
of fire.
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Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter
blade. Do not remove cut material or hold material
to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure
the switch is off when clearing jammed material.
A moment of inattention while operating the hedge
trimmer may result in serious personal injury.
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Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the
cutter blade stopped.
When transporting or storing
the hedge trimmer always fit the cutting device cover.
Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce
possible personal injury from the cutter blades.
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Hold the power tool by insulated gripping surfaces
only, because the cutter blade may contact hidden
wiring.
Cutter blades contacting a “live” wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and
could give the operator an electric shock.
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Keep battery cable away from cutting area. During
operation the cable may be hidden in shrubs and can
be accidentally cut by the blade.
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Check the hedge for foreign objects before operating,
e.g. wire fences.
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Only use the hedge trimmer with the guard properly
assembled. The use of the hedge trimmer without the
proper guard may result in serious personal injury!
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Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer.
Using one hand could cause loss of control and
result in serious personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Do not charge the battery pack in rain, or in wet
locations.
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Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed
below:
BATTERY PACK CHARGER
BAX1500/5183 CHX5500E/5352
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The battery pack must be removed from the appliance
before it is scrapped.
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Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting
edges when picking up or holding the hedge trimmer.